Skechers SKX_2 Academy FG rugby boots firm ground

Technical specifications

Care instructions

Remove excess mud when dry with a soft brush. Clean the upper with lukewarm water and mild soap, without soaking. Allow to air dry, never near direct heat sources which would harden the material. Disinfect the interior with antibacterial spray after intensive use. Store in a ventilated bag to preserve shape.

Design

The textile upper minimizes weight without sacrificing durability: the PU coating reinforces abrasion zones (toes, midfoot) while allowing the material to breathe. Skechers Move Foam™ cushioning — a compressible foam with short rebound — absorbs vertical shocks (received tackles, line-out jumps) while maintaining energy return for restarts. The firm TPU plate transmits thrust directly to the studs: no parasitic twist, every watt produced goes into the ground. The P.S.C. molding, integrated into the inner face, creates a slightly textured surface that grips the ball leather — controlled friction for tight passes and weighted chips. FG studs, of standard length and profile, are arranged to maximize multidirectional grip on compact natural grass: stable support in scrums, sharp rhythm changes in the backline.

Brand

Skechers, historically a specialist in everyday comfort, has invested in football — and by extension rugby — by transposing its foam and fit expertise to sports footwear. The Skechers Football™ range targets players who refuse to choose between feel and protection: Move Foam™ and P.S.C. technologies are designed to combine lightness, cushioning and technical control. Price positioning remains accessible without compromising manufacturing quality, an approach that appeals to amateur clubs and developing players.